Behind the Act is a podcast of honest and vulnerable conversations for creative people—discussing our fears, doubts, and breakthrough moments. If you're a musician, artist, entrepreneur, or any other creative, this podcast is for you.
My name is Seth Schaeffer, and I'm the host of Behind The Act. I'm a musician, commercial documentary filmmaker, and an advocate for helpful vulnerability. Every episode is an open exploration of each guest's current inspiration and fears, and I personally learn something new from every episode.
New episodes will be waiting for you every Tuesday morning!
Carl Bahner discusses his ADHD and its effects on his work as a mixing engineer with Seth Schaefer, further exploring AI's impact on the music industry in this interview.
3 Sept 2024
The Impact of Expectations on Artists: Carrie Schaeffer — Ep. 39
Join us on Behind The Act as Seth Schaeffer sits down with Carrie Schaeffer, a certified life coach and podcaster, to learn more about managing expectations. They unpack how expectations can impact artists’ mental health, creativity, and productivity, and share practical tools for achieving balance and self-awareness.
How mismanaged expectations led Seth to experience anxiety and a panic attack, and how Carrie helped him through it
Insights from Jonathan Haidt's "Happiness Hypothesis" and its relevance to artists and idealists
The importance of living in the moment and reducing pressure during the creative process to enhance productivity and creativity
Strategies for overcoming binary thinking and negative self-talk, featuring perspectives from Stephen King's approach to art creation
Practical tools and flexible schedules for balancing goal setting and personal coaching, including how Carrie applies these principles in her podcasts "Honestly Dear Listener" and "The Peanuts Gallery"
Tune in to gain valuable advice on managing expectations and fostering a healthy artistic mindset, whether you’re dealing with mental health disorders or aiming to improve your personal and creative productivity.
Find Carrie Schaeffer’s writings on her Substack, CarrieSchaeffer.substack.com (https://carrieschaeffer.substack.com/).
Listen to Carrie’s podcasts:
HonestlyDearListener.com (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuMPhVBc85bxB7TT3fY-Igw)
The-Peanuts-Gallery.com (https://the-peanuts-gallery.com/)
Find Seth Schaeffer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sethschaeffermusic/ (https://www.instagram.com/sethschaeffermusic/)
27 Aug 2024
Music That Empowers Women - Carolina Rial
Carolina Rial joins Seth Schaeffer on this episode of the Behind The Act podcast to discuss her journey as an artist and singer-songwriter. From her roots in New York and New Jersey to her experiences of singing on The Voice, Carolina shares her unwavering optimism and the importance of self-expression in her artistry. She also shares how singing with Andrea Bocelli gave her further insight to humanity’s deep connection with our childhood dreams.
In this conversation, you’ll learn about the inspiration behind Carolina’s song “All Natural,” navigating societal perceptions for young women (and women as they age), advocating for and championing natural beauty, overcoming the fear of rejection, the power of “expecting” a no, the benefits and tools of perseverance, the importance of collaboration, mental health, and the role of social media in her career.
Whether you're curious about the music industry or seeking inspiration for your own creative journey, this in-depth interview is full of valuable insights on individuality and the artist's life. Don't miss Carolina's heartfelt reflections on visiting Nashville (which we love our town!), her dedication to her work, and the deep emotional connection she shares with her supporters.
Follow Carolina Rial—
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/carolinarial
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0GFfgaBOUjkJDV62cUs7Lj?si=iIZOr70SR6eg707J8C3y9Q
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinarialmusic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolinarialmusic/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinarial
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